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About Garfield Housing Authority
The Garfield Housing Authority (PHA Code: NJ034) is located in Garfield, Bergen County, New Jersey. This agency manages approximately 456 assisted housing units, providing housing assistance to eligible residents in its service area.
The Authority administers both the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and Public Housing programs. All waiting lists for both the HCV program and Public Housing are currently closed to new applicants.
General eligibility for these programs includes meeting specific income requirements. For a family of four in the Bergen-Passaic, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area, the Very Low Income limit is currently $68,550 per year. Prospective applicants should always verify current eligibility criteria when waitlists are open.
Other Programs
2 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
All waitlists in Garfield, NJ, including Section 8, are currently closed.
The Garfield Housing Authority owns and manages 456 units of Public Housing. The waiting list is presently closed and will be published in the Herald News when it reopens. Applications for family apartments have a three (3) to five (5) year waiting list if accepted.
Official Application
Contact Garfield Housing Authority directly at (973) 340-4170 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Garfield Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 2 waiting lists at Garfield Housing Authority are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Garfield Housing Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $68,550/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Contact Garfield Housing Authority directly at (973) 340-4170 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Garfield Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Garfield Housing Authority manages approximately 456 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Garfield. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Garfield Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Garfield Housing Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Garfield. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Garfield Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Garfield Housing Authority manages approximately 456 Public Housing units in Garfield. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Garfield Housing Authority?
Garfield Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Garfield Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Bergen-Passaic, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $68,550. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
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| 1 Person | $28,850 | $48,000 | $72,950 |
| 2 Persons | $32,950 | $54,850 | $83,400 |
| 3 Persons | $37,050 | $61,700 | $93,800 |
| 4 Persons | $41,150 | $68,550 | $104,200 |
| 5 Persons | $44,450 | $74,050 | $112,550 |
| 6 Persons | $47,750 | $79,550 | $120,900 |
| 7 Persons | $51,050 | $85,050 | $129,250 |
| 8 Persons | $54,350 | $90,500 | $137,550 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Garfield Housing Authority — including across state lines.